CBP Set to Enforce Solar Utilization Rules, Notifies Importers of
CBP warns that importers should be ready to document the utilization of their CSPV cells and/or modules upon request, if brought into the country between November 15,
According to TARIC, customs duty for photosensitive semiconductor devices, including photovoltaic cells whether or not assembled in modules or made up into panels; light-emitting diodes, code 8541409000, is 0%. In the HTS tariff system, the duty for solar cells assembled into modules or made up into panels (code 8541.40.60.15) is also 0%.
In his announcement, the President included an exemption for bifacial solar panels. This decision comes after the ITC recommended in November 2021 to extend the safeguard tariffs for an additional four years. Proclamations
The countervailing duties apply to solar cells and modules imported from Cambodia, Malaysia and a limited number of suppliers in Thailand and Vietnam on or after October 4, 2024. They apply to other suppliers in Vietnam and Thailand as of July 6, 2024.
Solar cells and modules entered into the United States during the specified time period, and that are not utilized prior to December 3, 2024, may be subject to applicable antidumping (AD) and countervailing duties (CVD). Based on recent import trends, there is a risk that importers will be facing bills for duties.
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